Artturi Lehkonen contract negotiations stall with Colorado Avalanche

Colorado Avalanche winger Artturi Lehkonen and the organization are not currently close to reaching an extension agreement, according to reports from TSN. Lehkonen, who is a pending unrestricted free agent, has had a strong offensive start to the season, leading the team in goals with 10 scores through 14 games.

While Lehkonen has expressed a desire to remain in Colorado, his high level of play may increase his market value significantly. Projections suggest his next contract could reach approximately $8.7 million annually, which may present challenges for the Avalanche due to limited salary cap flexibility, particularly with Cale Makar’s upcoming extension.

Lehkonen is currently in the final year of a five-year contract with a $4.5 million cap hit. Over his five seasons with the team, he has recorded 201 total points in 276 games.